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Lead Clinical Scientist

12/3/2025

The Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs testing in a CLIA-certified laboratory and participates in quality control and troubleshooting activities. They are responsible for handling patient samples, analyzing test results, and maintaining records while ensuring compliance with quality control policies.

Salary

71 - 82 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

CareDx: Transforming Transplant Patient Care Through Novel Surveillance Management Solutions CareDx, Inc. is dedicated to improving the lives of organ transplant patients through non-invasive diagnostics. By combining the latest advances in genomics and bioinformatics technology, with a commitment to generating high quality clinical evidence through trials and registries, CareDx is at the forefront of organ transplant surveillance and pre-transplant HLA typing solutions. NASDAQ:CDNA About AlloSure® AlloSure is the first and only non-invasive blood test that directly measures allograft injury and identifies the probability of active rejection to better manage kidney transplant patients. AlloSure is a clinical-grade, proprietary Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) based test to detect donor-derived cell-free DNA (dd-cfDNA) in order to identify organ injury in kidney transplant recipients. AlloSure is analytically validated as a sensitive, specific, and precise measurement of dd-cfDNA. AlloSure detects active rejection (acute active ABMR, chronic active ABMR, or TCMR) with high accuracy, outperforms serum creatinine in kidney transplant recipients, and is highly sensitive in distinguishing ABMR from no ABMR. AlloSure is performed in the CareDx CLIA-certified laboratory. http://www.allosure.com/ About AlloMap® AlloMap Molecular Expression Testing is a non-invasive blood test used to aid in the identification of heart transplant recipients with stable allograft function who have a low probability of moderate/severe acute cellular rejection at the time of testing in conjunction with standard clinical assessment. AlloMap testing measures the expression levels of 20 genes from a blood sample. The combined expression of these genes is represented as an AlloMap test score. AlloMap is performed in the CareDx CLIA-certified laboratory and has been commercially available in the United States since 2005. AlloMap was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2008 and was CE marked for the European Union in 2011. Use of AlloMap is also included in the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) Practice Guidelines, published in August 2010, the worldwide standard for the care of heart transplant patients. http://www.allomap.com/

About the Role

<div class="content-intro"> </div>CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.   The Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs testing in the CLIA-certified laboratory, participates in quality control, quality assurance and troubleshooting activities. A CLS performs duties under general direction, carrying out work assignments in accordance with policies and objectives established by the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM)or designee. A CLS is expected to plan and organize his or her own work, determining work methods and assisting in the determination of priorities and deadlines. Completed work is reviewed by the CLM or designee to verify the achievement of expected results. Shift Schedule: Tues-Sat 9am-530pm Responsibilities: <ul> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Handle and process patient samples, analyze test results, prepare reports and maintain records of test results</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">May be required to accession samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to facilitate sample throughput</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Comply with CareDx quality control policies and document QC activities including instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI)</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify problems that may affect test performance or results and, following established protocols, correct problems or escalate to Clinical Laboratory Manager, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant or Lab Director</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify test systems that deviate from acceptable performance specifications and follow established policies and procedures to correct operation</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Teach/train CareDx policy, methods and techniques to new employees; may perform inservice and competency testing of employees if qualified.</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participate in drafting and developing standard operating procedures for tasks in which proficiency has been demonstrated</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Represent the Reference lab testing, quality control and quality assurance program in interactions with other groups</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Under direction of the CLM, investigate and follow-up on proficiency testing, quality control results and patient testing that does not meet standards</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Perform additional duties and projects assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Manager</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the CareDx mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical behavior</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations</li> </ul> Qualifications: <ul> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Held California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">BS/BA in a biology-related science</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">2+ years of license lab clinical laboratory experience</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge of workflow timing and efficiency</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong communicator with the Lab Leadership team including other leads, supervisors, managers, and director</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated analytical skills, including working with databases and Excel</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong interpersonal skills</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels as well as customers and vendors</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real-time PCR, etc.) is highly desirable</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience in immunology, microbiology or related fields is preferred</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated understanding of a disease with complex treatment algorithms highly desired</li> </ul> Growth: Supervisor: Fully meets the qualification section of this description in addition to the following: <ul> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Meet requirements of Lead role described above.</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must have at least 3 + years of licensed experience.</li> <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">1-2 years of leadership experience preferred.</li> </ul>   Additional Details:  Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.  Our competitive Total Rewards package for US Employees includes: <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Competitive base salary and incentive compensation</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Health and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">401(k) savings plan match</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Employee Stock Purchase Plan</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Pre-tax commuter benefits</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">And more!</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Please refer to our page to view detailed benefits at <a href="https://caredx.com/company/careers/" target="_blank">https://caredx.com/company/careers</a></li> </ul> In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow. With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it’s an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together. CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. 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For more information, please read our <a href="https://caredx.com/privacy-center/#ca-privacy">Privacy Policy</a><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description">This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.</div><div class="title">San Francisco Bay Area Roles:</div><div class="pay-range">$71—$82 USD</div></div></div>

Key Skills

Clinical Laboratory Scientist LicenseBiology-Related ScienceLaboratory ExperienceQuality ControlQuality AssuranceMolecular Testing TechniquesImmunologyMicrobiologyAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyDatabase ManagementLeadership ExperienceTraining And TeachingProblem SolvingConfidentiality